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WIL → UAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Nairobi Wilson Airport (Nairobi) to Buffalo Spring (Samburu South)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to Mount Kenya, Africa's second-highest peak, along with the scenic transition from the lush central highlands to the dramatic arid landscapes of Samburu.
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Nairobi Skyline
Aerial views of the Upper Hill and CBD skyscrapers immediately after takeoff from Wilson Airport.
Mount Kenya
Spectacular, close-up views of the snow-capped Batian and Nelion peaks, usually the highlight of the flight.
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
A world-famous rhino and elephant sanctuary visible during the initial descent phase into the Samburu region.
Ewaso Ng'iro River
The lifeblood of the Samburu ecosystem, snaking through the arid landscape as you approach the airstrip.
Ol Donyo Sabuk
The distinctive, rounded 'Buffalo Mountain' rising from the plains in the distance east of the flight path.
This is the premier side for this route. Request a window seat on the right for an unparalleled view of Mount Kenya; early morning flights (before 10:00 AM) offer the best chance of clear skies before clouds gather around the summit. During the final approach to Buffalo Spring, watch the riverbanks for wildlife congregating near the water.
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Aberdare Range
Lush indigenous forests and rolling green hills of the Aberdare National Park visible shortly after departure.
Laikipia Plains
Expansive private conservancies known for high densities of wildlife and rugged terrain.
Kinangop Plateau
The agricultural heartland of central Kenya with a patchwork of small-scale farms and high-altitude grasslands.
Semiarid Transition
The dramatic visual change as the landscape shifts from green highlands to the dusty red earth of the north.
Sit on the left if you prefer views of the rugged Aberdare escarpment and the vast conservancies of Laikipia. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the glare of the sun on the western windows. Keep an eye out for seasonal waterfalls along the Aberdare ridges during or after the rainy seasons (April-May).
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Get eSIMs for KenyaDistance: 221 km (137 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 22 min
Departure: WIL (-1.321720004081726, 36.81480026245117)
Arrival: UAS (0.530583, 37.534195)
Route Type: Domestic
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